The most exciting new act to emerge in the last year, Matt Hollins has already won four competitions including the highly respected LeicesterMercury Comedian of the Year 2004, previously won by Johnny Vegas, Jo Enright, Mitch Benn and Matt Blaize.

His dry, deadpan delivery is offset by sharp, quirky observations and ideas. Matt is a comedian who has found his unique voice and persona.

Judges at The Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year commended him in particular for the originality and standard of his material as well as hisstrong persona.